Ingredients with Measurements:
- 8 slices of thick bread
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup fruit comfit (such as raspberry or strawberry)
- 4 eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 2 tbsp butter
- Powdered sugar, for garnish
Special equipment needed:
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Frying pan
- Spatula
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and fruit comfit until well mixed.
2. Spread the cream cheese mixture onto 4 slices of bread, then top with the remaining 4 slices to make sandwiches.
3. In another mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon.
4. Melt the butter in a frying pan over medium heat.
5. Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture, making sure to coat both sides.
6. Place the sandwiches onto the frying pan and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
7. Remove from the pan and sprinkle with powdered sugar.
8. Serve hot.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat
Serving size:
4 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 420
Fat: 22g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Protein: 15g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Cream cheese can be substituted with mascarpone cheese or ricotta cheese.
- Fruit comfit can be substituted with jam or preserves.
Variations:
- Add sliced bananas or strawberries to the cream cheese mixture.
- Use different types of bread, such as brioche or challah.
- Top with whipped cream or fresh fruit.
Tips and tricks:
- Use a serrated knife to cut the bread into slices to prevent squishing.
- Make sure the cream cheese mixture is spread evenly to prevent it from oozing out while cooking.
- Use a non-stick frying pan to prevent sticking.
Storage instructions:
Store any leftover French toast in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat in the microwave for 30 seconds or in a toaster oven until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve on a plate with a dusting of powdered sugar and a side of fresh fruit.
Garnishes:
Powdered sugar, whipped cream, fresh fruit.
Pairings:
Coffee, tea, orange juice.
Suggested side dishes:
Bacon, sausage, scrambled eggs.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the cream cheese mixture oozes out while cooking, try using less of it or spreading it more evenly.
- If the French toast is too soggy, make sure to cook it on medium heat and not to over-soak the bread in the egg mixture.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to cook the French toast to an internal temperature of 160°F to ensure it is safe to eat.
Food history:
French toast has been around for centuries and was originally called "pain perdu," which means "lost bread" in French. It was a way to use up stale bread by soaking it in a mixture of milk and eggs and then frying it.
Flavor profiles:
Sweet, creamy, fruity.
Serving suggestions:
Serve hot with a side of bacon or sausage and a cup of coffee or tea.
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